BMW 328 Hommage Concept at Villa d’Este 2011

BMW showcased at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2011 their modern interpretation of the 328 classic sports car from the 1930s. The car is based in the Vision Connected Drive Concept, using systematic lightweight construction through carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP), aerodynamic lines, opti-mum engine types and suspension technology. BMW has managed to cut on weight, the vehicle weighing only 780 kilograms.

The exterior features a dark and aggressive look, including the two front grilles. Fine leather, matt and high-gloss black polished alu-minium as well as carbon fiber reinforced plastic make up the interior.

Aston Martin V12 Zagato at Villa d'Este

Zagato and Aston Martin have teamed up once again to unveil an endurance racer concept at Villa d'Este on the of Lake Como. The idea comes from many classics of the partnership such as the DB4GT, V8 Vantage Zagato and DB7 Zagato.

This one will be called the V12 Zagato, taking from the V12 Vantage. It all started in 2010 when the two companies decided to proceed their project with sketches.

Now, it's complete.

Some noticeable adjustments are the new handcrafted aluminum body, new front wings made of seven different pieces of aluminum and the Zagato-based double bubble roof.

The car has a 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 510hp and 570Nm of torque.

Ferrari reveals Superamerica 45

At the 2011 Villa d'Este Concorso d'Eleganza, Ferrari revealed a new one-off bespoke model called the Superamerica 45. It's made for Peter Kalikow, a Ferrari collector from New York, to celebrate him being a Friday client and driver for 45 years.

The car is based on the 599 GTB Fiorano, having a carbon fiber hardtop. Another remarkable aspect is the front chrome grille.

The exclusive Blu Antille finish reminds us of another very important car in the client's collection; the 1961 400 Superamerica cabriolet NR2331SA. A darker contrasting blue covers the roof and other carbon fiber elements, including a front splitter real diffuser and side skirts, and carries over to the cockpit, that features a carbon fiber dash trim.

Blu Scuro is a color inside the car, combined with Cuoio leather and carbon fiber trims. Finally, it features a touchscreen infotainment system.